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Ensuring adequate security when hosting servers from desktop
Hi, apologies if this is wrong section if a mod can move it if they think so.
I run some services from my desktop that I access over the internet.
Streaming the desktop for gaming
torrent UI
Streaming app UI
Plex
Minecraft Server & UI
Remote access for accessing the storage and transferring files
Additionally I want to host a simple website from my PC.
I've got a few ports forwarded for certain apps that won't use UPNP.
I'm using YouFibre, static IP and an Eero router.
Any steps I should be doing re security, I'm accessing these services simply with the IP & port relevant to the app.
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Use your router’s firewall to restrict access as much as possible.
Limit open ports to only those necessary, and consider blocking unnecessary incoming connections.
Use a software firewall on your PC (e.g., Windows Defender Firewall) to restrict local and remote access further.
